Dhaka, March 28 -- The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has introduced new regulations permitting the lawful interception of satellite-based internet services, a move that could impact the operations of providers like Starlink if they enter the market.

The guidelines titled "Regulatory and Licensing Guidelines for Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) Satellite Services Operators in Bangladesh" were issued on Wednesday, outlining key requirements for satellite internet providers, including mandatory local infrastructure and compliance with surveillance laws.

The regulations mandate that any satellite internet service must establish at least one local gateway within Bangladesh, ensuring all user data is routed through t...